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Xabi Alonso’s first match as Chelsea manager was defined by four strikers – an untouchable one, one that struggled again and could leave, a promising talent, and one that could join.
The star was Joao Pedro, who scored a nine-minute hat-trick to help Alonso’s side to a 6-4 win against Western Sydney Wanderers in a match that highlighted the gulf between Premier League and A-League teams.
Perhaps it was the
Middlesbrough boss Rob Edwards says he has no concerns about his strikeforce in the Championship this season.
Boro go into this weekend’s match with Edwards’ previous side Watford in second place in the table.
They have scored 16 goals in 12 games – fewer than half the 34 hit by leaders Coventry – and no player has more than two goals in the league.
Coventry’s Haji Wright and Brandon Thomas-Asante
The settling of Alexander Isak’s future “has to be right for Newcastle”, says manager Eddie Howe.
The striker is considering his future at the club amid interest from Liverpool.
Isak did not travel with the squad to Singapore on Thursday, with Newcastle saying he had a thigh injury, but the Sweden international wants to look at a move.
A source has told BBC Sport that Liverpool are still interested in
Delap done – which other strikers will be wanted this summer?
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The English forward has endured a dismal campaign, scoring just twice at Goodison Park this season, and her post was criticised by some Toffees supporters.
The club said: “Everton Football Club strongly condemns the threatening, racist, and misogynistic abuse directed towards the wife of Dominic Calvert-Lewin on social media.
“This sinister and intimidating behaviour is not only deeply hurtful and distressing, it is also criminal – and does not represent
Analysis by BBC Sport columnist Fara Williams
Darwin Nunez is a frustrating player.
When he came in, he became a fans’ favourite just because of the work-rate that he gives.
But, on the flip side, his composure in front of goal has never been good. When you are at a big club, it is what you are measured on. Is he good enough to be in a Liverpool team that
Maresca already hinted at changing his tactics for the game at Brighton because of Nkunku’s struggles playing up front.
The France international has been in poor form and has scored just one goal in 11 league matches in all competitions.
He opted to move Nkunku away from the number nine position, where he struggled in the FA Cup tie with Brighton six days ago, effectively swapping positions with Palmer.
But
Penalty number one (3 mins)
Kluivert only had to wait three minutes before he got his first chance to score from 12 yards.
There was controversy about the decision as Wolves boss Gary O’Neil thought Evanilson had handled the ball before he raced into the penalty area, only to be brought down by Toti Gomes.
The incident went to the video assistant referee (VAR), but the decision was allowed to
Ivan Toney’s future at Brentford is “up in the air” but he could be involved against Liverpool on Sunday, says Bees boss Thomas Frank.
The 28-year-old striker was left out of Brentford’s opening Premier League win over Crystal Palace amid transfer links to the Saudi Pro League and several English clubs.
BBC Sport understands Brentford have turned down a £35m bid for Toney from Saudi side Al-Ahli.
“Ivan trained the
Speaking as a pundit on Sky Sports, former Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge described Haaland’s goalscoring record as “ridiculous”.
“He is obsessed with scoring goals,” he said. “You can see he has it in him, he wants to be more than just a goalscorer.
“When you play Haaland, he has so much to his game we are not seeing. Ninety-one goals, it’s incredible, ridiculous. Players like him are so rare.”
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